Gjin Progoni

Gjin Progoni (Latin: Ginius^[2]) was an archon (or lord) of Kruja, located in present-day Albania, from c. 1198 until his death in 1208.^[3] He succeeded his father, Progon of Kruja, becoming the second ruler of the Principality of Arbanon.^[3] During his reign, he controlled the areas around Elbasan and the fortress of Krujë. He also maintained good ties with the Despotate of Epirus due to the Venetian threat in northern Epirus.^[4] Gjin was succeeded by his younger brother Dhimitër Progoni.^[3]

Gjin Progoni
Lord of Krujë
Lord of Krujë
Reign	1198–1208
Predecessor	Progon, Lord of Kruja
Successor	Dhimitër Progoni (as Prince of Albania)
Died	1208
Issue	Progon, Protosebastos of Ndërfandë Unnamed daughter[1]
House	Progoni
Father	Progon, Lord of Kruja

See also

• History of Albania
• Monarchs of Albania